Has a place ever captured your heart so much that you wondered why you had never visited it before? That is precisely how visitors feel when visiting Marietta, Ohio.
Marietta’s brick streets, magnificent Victorian structures, centuries of history, outdoor activities, and passionate locals are what make this community so appealing. The proximity of Marietta’s rivers to the Wayne National Forest draws nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. Outdoor adventures, from kayaking and paddleboarding to hiking, mountain biking, and ATV riding, are plentiful in Marietta. Downtown Marietta is unique in its brick-lined streets, historic buildings, luxurious boutique and specialty shops, and unique restaurants and quaint taverns, among other things.
The ideal destination for history-lovers, adventure-seekers, foodies, and curious minds alike, Marietta has something for everyone. The list below highlights some of the best things to see and do during your time in Marietta.
The 22 Most Popular Things To Do In Marietta, Ohio
22. Ohio Company Land Office
5.0 (1 review)
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Location: Marietta OH
21. The Henry Fearing House Museum
4.7 (3 reviews)
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Location: 131 Gilman Ave Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 9437
20. Buckley Island
4.5 (6 reviews)
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19. Marietta Historic District
4.9 (8 reviews)
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Location: Front Street Marietta OH
Web Address: https://mariettaohio.org/about-marietta/downtown-marietta/
18. Gunlock Park
4.1 (10 reviews)
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Location: 2484563002 behind Lowes Marietta OH
17. Kroger Wetlands
4.2 (30 reviews)
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Location: Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 1387
Web Address: https://mariettaohio.org/member/kroger-wetlands/
16. Hills Covered Bridge
4.3 (30 reviews)
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Location: 15 T44 Marietta OH
15. Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
4.8 (33 reviews)
Location: 3982 Waverly Williamstown Road Williamstown WV
Tel: 304 375 2923
Web Address: https://fws.gov/refuge/ohio-river-islands
14. Broughton Nature and Wildlife Education Area
4.8 (48 reviews)
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Location: 639 OH 821 Marietta OH
Tel: 740 374 9396
Web Address: http://thebroughtonfoundation.org/
13. Harmar Historic District
4.8 (59 reviews)
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Location: Marietta OH
12. Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption
4.9 (91 reviews)
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Location: 506 4th Street Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 3643
Web Address: http://stmarysmarietta.org/
11. Henderson Hall
4.8 (114 reviews)
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Location: 517 River Road Williamstown WV
Tel: 304 375 2129
Web Address: http://hendersonhallwv.org/
10. Marietta Aquatic Center
4.3 (379 reviews)
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Location: 233 Pennsylvania Ave Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 2445
Web Address: https://mariettaohio.org/member/marietta-aquatic-center/
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9. Fort Harmar Monument
4.0 (4 reviews)
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Location: 409 Fort Street Marietta OH
8. Marietta-Washington County Convention & Visitors Bureau
5.0 (6 reviews)
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Location: 241 Front Street Suite 7 Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 5178
Web Address: http://mariettaohio.org/
7. Children’s Toy & Doll Museum
4.9 (13 reviews)
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Location: 206 Gilman Ave Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 5900
Web Address: https://facebook.com/childrenstoyanddollmuseum/
6. W.P. Snyder Jr.
4.4 (13 reviews)
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Location: Muskingum River Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 3717
Web Address: https://mariettamuseums.org/ohio-river-museum/
5. Mound Cemetery
4.6 (27 reviews)
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Location: 514 Cutler Street Marietta OH
4. National Forest Covered Bridge Scenic Byway
4.4 (30 reviews)
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Location: 707 Greene Street Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 9055
Web Address: http://fs.usda.gov/recarea/wayne/recarea/
3. The Castle Historic House Museum
4.7 (144 reviews)
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Location: 418 4th Street Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 4180
Web Address: http://mariettacastle.org/
2. Ohio River Museum
4.5 (188 reviews)
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Location: 601 Front Street Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 3750
Web Address: https://mariettamuseums.org/ohio-river-museum/
1. Campus Martius Museum
4.8 (264 reviews)
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Location: 601 2nd Street Marietta OH
Tel: 740 373 3750
Web Address: http://mariettamuseums.org/
Final Words:
Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Marietta, Ohio! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!
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